Severe storms wreak havoc on Central Illinois, causing widespread power outages and damage

Local communities in central Illinois are responding to ongoing power outages caused by a recent storm. Various villages have opened cooling centers and charging stations for residents, while others have asked residents to conserve water. Several locations, including libraries and malls, are designated as cooling centers. Medical facilities and schools are also affected by the outages. Clean-up efforts are underway, and residents are advised to be cautious of downed power lines and outside contractors. The City of Urbana is offering tree limb and brush pick-up to assist residents in recovery efforts.